GE GFWS1700 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Darrell RoweAug 29, 2025
Why does water not enter my GE GFWS1700 or enters slowly?
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  Kimberly HollandAug 30, 2025
  If water does not enter your GE Washer or enters slowly, it could be due to several reasons. First, after pressing Start, the washer performs system checks, and water will flow 60 seconds after Start is pressed. Ensure both hot and cold water faucets are fully turned on. Check the water valve screens and inlet hose screen washers for blockages; turn off the water source and remove the hoses to clean the screens. Other potential causes include improper sorting, overloading the washer, or selecting the incorrect wash cycle.
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Holly BergerAug 30, 2025
How to fix improper dispensing of softener or bleach in my GE GFWS1700 Washer?
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  Adam JohnsonAug 30, 2025
  If your GE Washer is not dispensing softener or bleach properly, regularly clean the dispenser drawer to remove chemical buildup. Ensure you're using the correct amount of softener or bleach and not filling above the max line. Also, make sure the softener and bleach caps for the dispenser are properly seated; otherwise, they won't work correctly.
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Brandy NelsonAug 31, 2025
Why is my GE Washer leaking water?
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  Tammy JamesAug 31, 2025
  If your GE washer is leaking water, several factors could be the cause. Check the door gasket to ensure it's properly seated and not torn. If water is present on the back left of the washer, it indicates an oversudsing condition, suggesting you should use less detergent. Inspect the fill and drain hoses to confirm they are tightly connected at both the washer and the faucets, and that the drain hose is correctly inserted and secured to the drain. A clogged household drain could also be the culprit. The dispenser might be clogged, especially if you're using powder soap; remove the drawer and clean both it and the inside of the dispenser box. Make sure that you are using only HE detergent in the correct amount. Finally, if it's a new installation, check the dispenser box for any cracks.
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Terry LeeAug 31, 2025
What to do if my GE Washer has no power or is not working?
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  Suzanne HendersonSep 1, 2025
  If your GE washer has no power or isn't working, start by ensuring the power cord is securely plugged into a working outlet. Check that the water supply is turned on fully at both the hot and cold faucets. Also, inspect your house's circuit breakers or fuses and replace any blown fuses or reset tripped breakers. Note that the first time the washer is plugged in, automatic system checks will occur.
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longmatthewSep 2, 2025
Why does water not enter my GE Washer, or enters slowly?
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  silvanatashaSep 2, 2025
  If water isn't entering your GE washer or is entering slowly, it could be due to a few reasons. The washer performs system checks after the Start button is pressed. Ensure that both the hot and cold water faucets are fully turned on. The water valve screens or inlet hose screen washers might be clogged; turn off the water source and remove the water connection hoses from the upper back of the washer or remove the inlet hoses from the wall faucets to inspect and clean them. Improper sorting, overloading or incorrect wash cycle can also be the causes. Load your washer so clothes have enough room to move freely and match cycle selection to the type of fabric you are washing.
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Sharon Smith MDSep 4, 2025
Why are there snags, holes, tears, or excessive wear on my clothes after washing in my GE Washer?
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  Cynthia DavisSep 4, 2025
  Snags, holes, tears, or excessive wear on clothes after washing in your GE washer can be due to: * Overloading: Do not exceed maximum recommended load sizes. * Objects left in pockets: Remove loose items from pockets, such as pens, pencils, nails, or screws. * Unfastened items: Fasten snaps, hooks, buttons, and zippers. Remove sharp objects left in pockets.
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susan30Sep 4, 2025
Why are my clothes grayed or yellowed after washing in my GE GFWS1700?
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  Christian PowellSep 5, 2025
  If your clothes are grayed or yellowed after washing in your GE washer, consider the following: * Not enough detergent: Use the correct amount of detergent. * Incorrect detergent: Use only HE detergent. * Hard water: Use the hottest water safe for the fabric. * Water temperature: Make sure your water heater is delivering water at 120°–140°F (48°–60°C). * Detergent not dissolving: Try a liquid HE detergent. * Dye transfer: Sort clothes by color. If the fabric label states to wash separately, unstable dyes may be indicated.
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hendricksshaneSep 5, 2025
Why are there colored spots on my clothes after washing in my GE GFWS1700 Washer?
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  Nicholas KingSep 5, 2025
  Colored spots on your clothes after washing in your GE washer may be due to: * Incorrect use of fabric softener: Check the fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for using the dispenser. * Dye transfer: Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
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Donald RomeroSep 6, 2025
Why is there a bad odor inside my GE GFWS1700?
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  Bryan MahoneySep 6, 2025
  A bad odor inside your GE washer may be due to: * The washer being unused for a long time, not using the recommended quality of HE detergent, or using too much detergent: Run a Tub Clean cycle. In case of a strong odor, you may need to run the Tub Clean cycle more than once.
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edward70Sep 6, 2025
Why is there a detergent leak in my GE GFWS1700?
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  Jennifer ChandlerSep 7, 2025
  If there is a detergent leak in your GE washer: * The detergent insert may be incorrectly placed: Make sure the detergent insert is properly located and fully seated. Never put detergent above the max line. * It is normal operation to see detergent leak on the door gasket about 20 seconds after filling the dispenser.

GE GFWS1700 Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	GFWS1700
Appliance Category	Washer
Type	Front Load
Capacity	4.5 cu. ft.
Color	White
Energy Star Certified	Yes
Number of Wash Cycles	12
Control Type	Electronic
Steam Function	Yes
Sanitize Cycle	Yes
Width	27 inches